Collaboration and Networking

Join EMSEN for an evening of collaboration and networking with Deborah Bond, NCBC Ambassador, and Sheridan Chilvers from Allia.

Join us for an evening focused on one of the greatest strengths of the social enterprise sector: Networking and Collaboration.

Whether you're a social enterprise, CIC, charity, community group, or purpose-driven business, strong relationships and partnerships can unlock new opportunities, increase impact, and help organisations achieve more together than they could alone.

This month's EMSEN event will explore how collaboration can help organisations grow, access new opportunities, share resources, and create greater social value across the East Midlands.

We're delighted to welcome Deborah Bond, NCBC Ambassador, as our main speaker, who will share insights into the power of networking, building meaningful relationships, and creating stronger communities through collective action.

We'll also hear from our case study speaker, Sheridan Chilvers from Allia, who will share their experiences, lessons learned, and practical examples of collaboration in action.

As always, there will be plenty of opportunities to meet other organisations, share ideas, and discover opportunities to work together.


Agenda

- 17:00 — Arrival and Networking: Help yourself to refreshments
- 17:30 — Introduction to EMSEN
- 17:30 — A word from our Sponsor
- 17:30 — Round robin introductions: From attendees (your name, organisation, and a brief overview of what you offer)
- 18:00 — Main Speaker: Deborah Bond, NCBC Ambassador
- 18:30 — Case Study Speaker: Sheridan Chilvers, Allia
- 18:45 — Questions and Discussion
- 18:45 — Announcements from attendees
- 18:45 — Open Networking
- 19:00 — Close


What's included

- Refreshments


Speakers

Deborah Bond — NCBC Ambassador

Sheridan Chilvers — Allia


Who this is for

Social enterprises, CICs, charities, community groups, and purpose-driven businesses.